MULTIQUIP Whiteman Series Operation Manual page 38

MAIN GEAR AND DRIVE PINION TOOTH CONTACT
1. Rotate the drive pulley in both directions.
2. Inspect the tooth pattern.
3. If the gear teeth are not contacting properly (Figure 48),
adjust the pillow block to correct the problem.
HEEL
CONTACT
PROPER
CONTACT
TOE
CONTACT
Figure 48. Gear Teeth Alignment
MIXER CLEANING
NOTICE
It is important that the drum interior remains free of
dried material. Obstructions can cause the paddle
blades to lock against the drum.
1. Make sure the engine or electric motor is stopped.
2. Place the clutch engagement lever in the disengage
position.
3. ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire (gasoline
engines) before cleaning the inside of the drum. If the
mixer is equipped with an electric motor, disconnect
the power cord from the AC power source.
4. Place a 'Do Not Operate' tag on the mixer.
5. Make sure the rear section of the safety grate is
connected to the mixing drum.
6. At the end of operation each day, place the mixer
drum in an upright position and spray the inside of the
tub immediately with water to prevent lumps of dried
mortar or plaster from forming and contaminating
future batches.
7. DO NOT allow a buildup of materials to form on the
blades or anywhere inside the drum.
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8. Rotate the mixer to the dump position and remove
debris.
9. Thoroughly clean the entire mixer, wheels, cabinet
and frame.
NOTICE
NEVER pour or spray water over the engine or electric
motor (Figure 49).
FACE
CONTACT
FLANK
CONTACT
10. When cleaning of the entire mixer is complete, return
the mixing drum to an upright position.
TIRES/WHEELS/LUG NUTS
Tires and wheels are very important and critical components
of the trailer. When specifying or replacing the trailer wheels
it is important that the wheels, tires and axle are properly
matched.
pieces of the rim to explode (break off) with great
force which can cause serious eye or bodily injury.
Tire Wear/Inflation
Tire inflation pressure is the most important factor for tire
life. Pressure should be checked cold before operation.
DO NOT bleed air from tires when they are hot. Check
inflation pressure weekly during use to ensure maximum
tire life and tread wear.
MAINTENANCE (MIXER)
Figure 49. No Spraying of Water
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to repair or modify a wheel.
DO NOT install an inter-tube to correct a
leak through the rim. If the rim is cracked,
the air pressure in an inter-tube may cause